Another PEI spot where freshness takes centre stage, but with its own distinct personality. While most oysters along the island's northern coast trace their origins to Malpeque Bay, only those harvested here can officially be called Malpeque oysters. And at Malpeque Oyster Barn, you're eating them just steps from where they're pulled from the water--sometimes within hours. The setting is part of the charm: an old fishing shack that's been turned into a small, inviting dining room with views of the harbour. It's casual and unfussy, the kind of place where the smell of saltwater mixes with the sound of gulls outside. We kept things classic--Malpeque oysters, mussels, and a lobster roll. The oysters were some of the best we had on the island, briny and clean with that signature Malpeque sweetness. The mussels were plump and tender, and the lobster roll came with a side of creamy potato salad (yes, I know, I keep talking about the potatoes--but it's PEI, and they really are that good). It's not just about the quality here--it's about proximity. Eating oysters this close to where they're harvested gives a sense of place you can't replicate off-island. Friendly service, incredible seafood, and an authentic maritime atmosphere make Malpeque Oyster Barn a stop worth planning your trip around. read more

This was a place I truly wanted to visit. It's off the beaten path but the drive is just beautiful. This is small but so cool! I felt at home right away. Very welcoming and well kept. The menu is simple but has items for everyone. No burgers but a chicken burger grilled. No fries but they have lots of sides. Oysters are their specialty and they do it right. Raw and fried (yes please). They have seafood chowder and daily deserts. A definite stop for oyster lovers. read more

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The oysters are the BEST. The other food can be hit or miss - I had the lobster roll which was ok (and had a little shell). But those oysters! read more

The Malpeque Oyster Barn - Dozen cocktail oysters, half dozen medium oysters - Seafood Near Me - Malpeque, Prince Edward Island

Had winch a wonderful mid afternoon lunch at the end of the summer season. Oysters were sweet and fresh.

Make a reservation before even coming. We made the mistake of not doing that and we had to wait an hour, but there is a nice beach nearby to spend the time. We had the oysters, mussels, fish cake and scallops. The best part of the meal was the mussels in house seasoning. They were just sooooo good and well flavored. The runner up with the fish cakes, which were packed full of fish and barely held together with the potato mix. It was pan fried so that it had a crust of flavor on the outside while being tender and soft inside. It was one pricey meal, but worth the experience of having everything sourced so locally! read more

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Heard all about the raving reviews and decided to come here... But unfortunately left quite disappointed. We ordered a couple items to share, but nothing really stood out to me. Half a Dozen Oysters: Honestly, I've had better oysters in Toronto. The one I had was pathetically limp, and not at all flavourful. There also wasn't any briny taste whatsoever. My family had better feedback for theirs, so perhaps it was a one off incidence. Steamed Mussels: Honestly can't go wrong with ordering this dish, as the entire island does a pretty good job of cooking mussels! The broth was flavourful and rich, and quite compatible with the mussels. Seared Scallops: We got a Caesar salad as the side, and it was delicious! The bacon bits were quite prominent in flavour, and the restaurant was very generous with the amount of parmesan cheese. The scallops themselves were quite good too, though I found the caramelized onions to overpower their tastes a bit. Fish Taco: The fish was breaded and fried quite nicely, and the condiments added a pop and depth of flavour. We chose the garden salad as an accompaniment, and I was instantly taken away by the beautiful colours! There were gorgeous shades of purple and pink, and the edible flowers made this salad almost too pretty to eat! It was a lighter salad, but still undeniably delicious. This place is awful small, so be prepared for a wait. They do have a takeout counter at the lower level, where prices are significantly cheaper for their seafood (like their oysters and clams). Be prepared also for some attitude; though our waitress was nice, we witnessed firsthand how feisty she could get when a customer sat himself down without her permission! read more

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Small resto near the oyster fishing location! Great service too! We tried all fresh and tasty food: a dozen of their raw small oysters, pan-fried oysters, mussels and fish taco! Their rhubarb crumble pie is yummy too! read more

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Honestly I can't understand why there wouldn't be a line out the door around the clock at this place. Located in the town of Malpeque, needless to say the oysters are world class. They purchase their oysters and mussels fresh off the dock on alternate days so they are always at their freshest. We ordered one dozen choice small and one dozen choice large oysters. They were extremely flavourful and tender. I would tend to lean towards the small as the large can be a bit of a mouthful. We also ordered the pan fried haddock and a strawberry shortcake for dessert. The haddock was good but not the star of the show, the shortcake was out of the world. Definitely the best that I have ever had in my life! Typically I'm not a big fan of strawberry shortcake as I find the cake spongy and dry. This shortcake was amazing, moist, yet crisp on the outside, just mind blowing. Add the fresh island strawberry, which they pick-up daily from a local farm, and fresh whipped cream and this dish absolutely hits it out of the park. On our second visit we ordered the mussels with their house sauce. They were outstanding. The thing about Malpeque Oyster Barn is that they produce outstanding food, not by employing world renowned chefs who dream up elaborate recipe incorporating espuma or never heard of ingredients. Here, they keep it simple and stick to what they know. Fresh local ingredients that were growing in the wild the day before find them selves delivered to your plate. A formula that you just can't beat. If you are in PEI you must come and eat here. yes you can find Malpeque oysters throughout the island, but I think that it is worth coming to the source. And if you are not in PEI and you love oysters and/or strawberry shortcake you must get on a plane, boat or car and get over here ASAP, additionally PEI is a beautiful place to visit and I haven't even mentioned the lobster yet... read more

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Food 100% service fast but not rushed ambiance quaint. Owner even sold us some of her own canned chow! read more

Amazing. Small, and local- you feel like you have uncovered a hidden gem when you're here. Options are delicious.. and not fussy. Staff is very knowledgeable and super friendly. Make reservations if you can as they fill up fast! The Malpeques were so sweet and tasty and the house mignonette was a perfect compliment. Next time we might bring our own bread to soak up the juice from the mussels it was so delicious! read more

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You need a reservation! The place is too small so you need to call ahead for a table. The oysters and mussels are to die for. I also like their fried oysters. Their mussels are a bit too pricey compared to other places I had in PEI. I highly recommend this place if you're in PEI! read more

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A nice place to spend an afternoon or evening with friends and good food!! The recipes are honest and simple but the taste is out of this world. Everything is so fresh and the staff is so friendly and pleasant I'd eat here more often if I didn't live thousands of km away. Every time I'm in PEI though this is a must do. Make the trek to the Oyster Barn, you won't be disappointed you did!! read more

The Malpeque Oyster Barn - The only sign that matters...yum! - Seafood Near Me - Malpeque, Prince Edward Island

We stopped in for lunch midweek during the busy summer season. The restaurant is upstairs, above the seafood market. There are only about ten tables and they are all for two or four people. It was quiet so we were able to be seated right away, but typically there is a line to eat here. We ordered two dozen oysters and two glasses of wine. The oysters are beautifully plated and absolutely delicious, and included house-made sauces and a rhubarb mignonette. A must if you are in Malpeque. read more

The Malpeque Oyster Barn - Beautiful oysters - Seafood Near Me - Malpeque, Prince Edward Island

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This is a hidden gem! It took us a few minutes to find the right building. The restaurant is small and we had waited for 15 minutes for a table of four. Upstairs is the dining area and ground level is the takeout cashier counter. Oysters are great - the home of Malpeque oysters. Worth to pay a visit. read more

The freshest oysters I have had hands down! Probably the freshest you will have short of fishing them out yourself and shucking them. Try their mussels ...... family recipe and they are delish! This is tiny gem, and worth a stop if your on the road. read more

The Malpeque Oyster Barn - Sooooo fresh. Make sure you try their hot sauce with them. - Seafood Near Me - Malpeque, Prince Edward Island

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I eat a lot of Malepeque oysters in Toronto, and thought I oughta eat some fresh from the source. I'm so sad to say it was disappointing. It was MORE expensive than in Toronto (East36 does a buck a shuck for the same sizes), and it was about the same amount of freshness. I'm very picky about the freshness of oysters, but really, the ones at this restaurant were similar to the city, which doesn't make sense at all. read more

What's a better place than trying the PEI famous Malpeque oysters at its home? This place is definitely worth a try if you are around the area. A little fishing harbor with very nice scenery. Tried the local quahog clams, oysters, mussels, lobster roll and chowder. All are amazingly fresh. Also enjoyed the local PEI blueberry beer together. Which is a nice touch. The only star being taken off for price. It isn't any cheaper than having the same thing in Toronto. Thought it would be better value having the food at their home. read more

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This is a delightful place for a date night after a day at Cabot Beach. We had the fresh raw oysters (which were excellently prepared and shucked), the fried oysters (best we have ever had so delicate and not over done at all) and the fish burger (also excellent and truly amazing value to be honest). The thing we appreciated and did not expect was how well the sides are also prepared. The green salad had pickled onions and colourful edible flowers--far beyond expectations. read more

Until I sat down at the table, in Malpeque, PEI, on Malpeque Wharf Road, along the shores of Malpeque Bay, I never had the stones to eat a raw oyster. But here, I summoned my best "When In Malpeque" courage and ordered two small Malpeque oysters. A spritz of lemon juice on top of the oyster, and down the hatch. Incredible, unforgettable. Delicious. pristine. One of my life's best food experiences. Time went by. The wind picked up along the wharf. The tide ebbed. The sun softly set across the bay. Darkness came. I closed my eyes, and licked my lips, where the flavors of Malpeque lingered still. This small restaurant is located above a spartan retail seafood market. The service is warm and friendly, not quick. The prices are fair, not a bargain. The raw bar, the reason you are here, is worth the trip. read more

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Love the rustic barn feel with a nice waitress. Amazing raw clams (so hard to find) and oysters. Pan fried oysters were surprisingly delicious. Unfortunately the hostess refused to seat us not even 5 minutes before our reservation and asked us to leave after 1h15min as our meal as our time was up? Not aware of the short time limit? Hence, didn't get to try dessert. read more

This is our local go to restaurant year after year after year. The most gorgeous views in the most amazing location on PEI. Yes the oysters are phenomenal but have you tried their MUSSELS?!! Best ever House recipe!! BIG and tender and mouth watering delish!! I love this place and so glad it's right around the corner :) All my friends and fam visiting agree that it's a MUST eat at spot on PEI. read more

We stopped here on our way back from a tour of North Cape Coastal area. We called ahead for reservations even though it was a Monday afternoon. We were able to score a nice table by the window. The waitress said they were booked until 8 pm so it was good that we called for a reservation. We ordered a half dozen each of the small and medium oysters - they were creamy and fresh. Malpeque oysters are some of the best so what else can I say? We also had the mussels (large-house sauce) and fish tacos. The mussels were tasty and the fish in the tacos light and flaky. The 'taco shell' more resembled a piece of naan than a soft flour taco. We used the taco shell to soak up the liquid in the mussel bowl - a toasted piece of garlic bread would have been a nice touch for the mussels. They also offer a variety of wines and local beers. The servers were friendly and the atmosphere 'relaxed'. The oysters were pricey but the rest of the items were on par with other island restaurants. Definitely worth the drive - give it a try. read more

Seriously delicious food with amazingly friendly service. Wish I could eat here on a regular basis. Might be planning a return visit to PEI just so I can eat here again. read more

The first thing to keep in mind is that the Oyster Barn is worth the trip. The second thing is that it isn't where Yelp shows it on the map. Kensington may be its mailing address, but it's actually located 4 kms away on the Malpeque harbour pier. A small sign in Kensington points the way and a second sign tells you there's still 2 kms to go. But there's a little jog in the road that isn't marked and if you keep driving straight you end up on a dirt road. Turn left before you get there, then right and you'll find it by the harbour on the road to the Provincial Park. So. Oysters. You can look out the window of the restaurant and see the boats that they came in on that same morning. Small and large sized. As fresh as you can get and with a briny sea taste that somehow seems to fade when they're shipped across the country. We had six of each and they were delicious. There are a number of other seafood items: mussels, fish, scallops; pan fried, deep fried, on a bun, in a roll up, in a taco. All good. But the mussels, cooked in the house broth were unique. Our server wouldn't reveal the secret, but I would guess that salt and butter figured more prominately than in other typical broths. They were absolutely delicious and I devoured them like eating a bag of chips. The wait staff are friendly and will tell you the full story of sourcing their products. Not to be missed. read more

Small place at which you may have to reserve (or call ahead). Oysters are definitively the reason to go there. The shucker is among the fastest one in north america (awards on the wall). the strawberry dessert is worth it also. Do not have more expectations with the other items (chowder, mussels etc) are better prepared elsewhere. FYI: Malpeque community centre is one of the last places on the island to hold dinner for a more local experience and is not that far from the barn. read more

The quaint little cafe is located upstairs in the barn and is peppered with a few tables. Had to wait about 30 min, so we decided to explore Cabot beach, down the road. So glad we did! Beach was beautiful and not very populated. Remember to bring the bug spray this time of night. Just enough time to return to the restaurant for our table. Fried oysters were absolutely delicious! Also enjoyed the fish taco and scallops. Would probably order the oyster Po boy if we have a chance to return. read more

We made a booking for 5 and were put in a very small table with an empty restaurant... we asked to get a table near a window and we're refused but another guest did asked and got it. Food was average - baked potatoes not cooked well. Fish cakes with very little fish. Scallops were good. Believe some improvements could be done. Maybe an issue with COVID? read more

LOVED the fresh oysters and Mussels. Staff was so friendly and happy. Wait times can be long, make reservations! Everything we had was good.

Our group of six ordered about 80% of the items on the menu, and they were all good - yes, we even ordered some seconds ;-) The fried oysters are incredible. This place is tiny but in a scenic corner, a lovely stop. Seafood lovers -- go! (And also Point Prim Cafe on the other side of PEI.) read more

The best oysters ever. Nothing more to say. Simply the best. I ordered the small and they were huge... read more

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Added a night in Malpeque just to go to the Oyster Barn. Made reservations to get the two top table under the window. You should too. The oysters were super fresh ... harvested that morning, the steam mussels in the house sauce were spectacular and the pan fried oysters were exceptional. We had eaten enough and passed on dessert but the rhubarb crisp sounded like something I would enjoy. The desserts are house made. When on PEI, head to Malpeque, stay at Noble House and enjoy The Oyster Barn. .... forgot to take my phone, so no pics. read more

Best oysters ever! Fresh and meaty. Malpeque oyster has always been my favourite kind. And this is the best place for it.

Nice people. Great oysters, both small and large Mussels in house broth was great. Beer on tap. read more

Come here. Come here now! Get a dozen oysters and a large mussels order (house recipe) -- do not hesitate. It is delish! I want to come back here the rest of our stay. And we just might! Yum! read more

Ultra fresh oysters, packed in ice and opened in front of you. Ice cold beer. Fresh strawberry shortcake.

Quaint, charming restaurant. Make a reservation! We were a party of 6 and almost filled the restaurant. We had raw oysters (freshest I've ever had), the po'boy, the mussels, and lobster roll. Kids had grilled cheese and hot dog. The owner or manager stopped at our table to chat. The serving staff were so accommodating and gracious with the kids. We tried to make reservations to go back a second time but they couldn't seat us at a time that would work for us. Sad to miss out on a second dinner there but so glad we had the good fortune to have such a delicious dinner there once. read more

Great, quaint seafood restaurant! We had pan fried oysters, 1/2 dozen small oysters, 1/2 dozen large oysters, and the chicken Caesar salad with Gahan blueberry ale. Everything was fresh and delicious! We were able to get a reservation on the same day, but we definitely recommend getting one as there are a limited number of tables. Note: this restaurant is in Malpeque, not Kensington like Yelp shows. Follow signs for the Malpeque Harbour and you'll find it near the boats. read more

The Malpeque Oyster Barn - 2016 hours. July and August. - Seafood Near Me - Malpeque, Prince Edward Island

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Extremely fresh and clean oysters! We stumbled upon this place a few years ago and keep coming back. Haven't had better oysters and I live in New England read more

Went here after Labor Day so the Island was winding down. This place was pretty good. I had the fish cakes (3/5), which tasted great but did not have all that much fish. The halved baked potato was nicely garnished but served too cold to start with. We sat at the middle 4-top table (just 2 of us) and the air conditioning breeze cooled things off too much (don't sit there, ask for something along wall, or better, right at the window overlooking the water). She had the scallops, which she says were 5/5. Raw oysters were cold and (of course) fresh, and typically delicious for PEI. Caesar salad was great. read more

Yes, the famous Malpeque oysters are fresh off the boat, and no, the Oyster Barn isn't as easy to find as you might think, at least for us. We got lost, albeit not for long, but the signage here is not great, so pay attention. It's worth it, because the Barn has some really fine briny Malpeques here. We ate several dozen, consumed a cold local brew with them, and even found room for some salad. But the lure is basically oysters. You can eat 'em upstairs in a small, very casual dining area with tables overlooking the bay (it fills up soon after the restaurant opens at 11 a.m.), or you can get 'em to go downstairs. Very nice. So why not five stars? Well, as other Yelpers have noted, the prices here are the same as you pay in big-city restaurants much farther away (like Toronto); seems to us that the proximity of boat to plate ought to count for a little discount at least. Still, we're happy we dropped by. read more